Crush the Clichés: Our Least Mushy Valentine’s Day Gifts

January 27, 2017

For many, Valentine’s Day means Cupid’s arrows, red roses, and hearts on EVERYTHING. But for a lot of other folks, the thought of presenting someone with a giant teddy bear holding a plush heart that reads, “I Wuv U” seems a little silly. Sure, we appreciate the classic approach to V-Day gifting, but we’re all for celebrating the holiday without all that over-the-top, sentimental, gooey stuff, too. In honor of those lovebirds who are sweet (but not sappy) and romantic (but still realistic), we created this collection of lovable gifts, minus the mush.

How do you add an uncommon touch to a traditional Valentine’s Day gift? Pair that box of chocolates with this A-Maze-Ing Chocolate Server.

Your head spins when you start thinking about how great they are. You feel love-drunk when you’re with them. They always raise your spirits. Say all that subtly, while gifting them something they’ll actually use. | Spinning Spirits Set

There’s nothing cheesy about telling her you’re proud of her accomplishments. The Shattered Glass Ceiling Necklace is the perfect way to do it. As far as gifts go, this one crushes it.

Sweets usually shine during Valentine’s Day. It’s about time someone gave savory the spotlight. | Chili Granola

Why does a Sparkling Wine Making Kit top your standard bottle of bubbly? It’s fun to make, it tastes great, and it shows that you’re planning to stick around for the next three months. (Hey, like a solid relationship, fermentation doesn’t happen over night!)

Cassie spends most of her time at work writing and editing things. She loves books (including comics), comedy, and sci-fi. She's inspired by art and science. As a former Minnesotan, she longs for an afternoon on a lake, Grain Belt in hand. The New Yorker in her is happy spending that afternoon at the American Museum of Natural History instead.

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